Artesia put another one in the bag on Friday to keep their perfect season alive. They came out on top against the Bolsa Grande Matadors by a score of 28-16. For the Pioneers, this counts as revenge for the 49-42 defeat the Matadors walked away with the last time they faced one another back in September of 2023.
Charlie Lopez had an outrageously good game as he rushed for 164 yards and four touchdowns on only 13 carries.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Artesia was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 256 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 217 rushing yards in three consecutive matchups.
Artesia's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged three passes before it was all said and done. It was truly a group effort as Ahkil Sampson, Oscar Canchola, and Joe Thomas Jr. picked up one apiece.
When it comes to explaining why Bolsa Grande lost, don't look at Mikey Haley. Despite the final result, he picked up 57 receiving yards and a touchdown, and also rushed for 53 yards on only six carries. Tank Britton also helped out by tossing the rock for 252 yards.
Artesia's win bumped their record up to 3-0. As for Bolsa Grande, their loss dropped their record down to 0-2.
Artesia will stay at home for another week and welcome Ocean View at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Artesia is facing Ocean View at the right time seeing as Ocean View is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Bolsa Grande, they will be defending their home-field for the first time this season they go up against Century at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Century will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Bolsa Grande surely won't give up without a fight.
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